Reading Fluency Project 2021-22 – Where are we now?

As another year is drawing to a close, we reflect on the HfL Reading Fluency Project and where we are now.

Section 28: Impact and legacy

Section 28 had a profound impact on schools and individuals. The consequences are still being felt today.

Finding kind words in great literature during Anti-Bullying Week

Michelle Nicholson reviews some books to explore with children during Anti-Bullying Week

HfL KS3 Reading Fluency Project: a practitioner’s perspective

This blog explores the impact of the KS3 Reading Fluency Project on the attainment and the enjoyment of lower-attaining readers.

Where are you really from?

Questioning where you fit in can be an unsettling experience. Consider how these experiences occur and why they matter so much in this timely blog.

Reviewing reading: guidance for English leaders

Guidance for English leaders in growing expert teachers of reading.

Black History Month: Inspiration from past lives

Alison Dawkins considers some possibilities for investigations for this year’s Black History Month.

Diversifying book choice: the power of being seen!

Seeing yourself reflected on the pages of a book can be a startling experience. Consider how these experiences occur and why they matter so much in...

Those who can, teach: a heartfelt thank you

As the end-of-the-year approaches, and the policy documents keep coming in, we take a moment to pause and simply say thank you.

A field guide to reading fluency: a reader's digest of our work to date

Martin Galway offers a comprehensive overview of reading fluency and some extensive pointers to further reading.